State employees who do not provide a direct deposit account upon hire or remove the direct deposit option will automatically receive a paper check mailed to the address listed in your employee profile.  

To Set Up Direct Deposit Account(s):

• In ESS (Employee Self Service System), click on the Payroll Tab on the top navigation bar

• Look for the Personal Information Icon in the lower right corner of your screen

• Click on the Direct Deposits link

• To add a new main account, click new – You will need your account information, including the routing number. Once you have entered all the required information, you must check the Disclaimer Box and then Save.

• To add additional accounts, select the other bank option and then new to add bank information. Then, follow the same process used for the main account setup—be sure to add the amount you would like deposited to this account.

To Update or Change Your Direct Deposit Account(s):

If you want to delete a Direct Deposit Account, you must complete a direct deposit form and submit the completed form to State Finance via fax at (385) 465-6012 or payroll@utah.gov. You may make changes to your Other Bank accounts by following these steps:

• In ESS (Employee Self Service System), click on the Payroll Tab on the top navigation bar

• Select Direct Deposits under the Personal Information section

• Choose Other Bank from the drop-down

• Select the account you would like to update/change

• Select change from the bottom options

• Go to the amount and update

• Click Save

Note: If your bank routing number is not recognized in the payroll system, you must complete and submit the Direct Deposit form. You must include a voided check or other document from your financial institution showing the direct deposit routing and account numbers. Contact HR if you have questions about setting up a direct deposit account.